Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls
These no-bake Strawberry Shortcake Cheesecake Rolls combine creamy cheesecake, fresh strawberries, and crunchy shortcake crumbs into a delightful dessert. Perfect for any occasion, they’re easy to make, refreshing, and irresistible with their sweet, creamy, and slightly tangy flavor. A must-try dessert for cheesecake and shortcake lovers alike!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes (plus chilling time)
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 rolls
- Category: Dessert, No-Bake
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Cheesecake Filling:
8 oz full-fat cream cheese (softened)
½ cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup heavy cream (cold)
For the Crumb Base:
1 cup graham cracker crumbs (or shortbread crumbs for extra flavor)
1 tablespoon melted butter
For the Strawberry Filling:
1 pint fresh strawberries (sliced)
2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for macerating the strawberries)
Instructions
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Prepare the strawberries: In a small bowl, combine the sliced strawberries with the granulated sugar. Stir gently and let them sit for about 10 minutes to release their juices.
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Make the cheesecake filling: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form. Gently fold the whipped cream into the cream cheese mixture until well combined.
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Prepare the shortcake crumb base: In a separate small bowl, mix the graham cracker or shortbread crumbs with melted butter until the crumbs are evenly coated.
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Assemble the rolls: Lay out a piece of parchment paper or plastic wrap. Spread the cheesecake mixture evenly over the crumbs, then top with the macerated strawberries. Carefully roll the mixture into a log, using the parchment paper to help roll.
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Chill: Refrigerate the rolls for at least 2 hours (or overnight) to set and let the flavors meld.
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Serve: Once chilled, slice the rolls into 1-inch pieces. Serve immediately or keep refrigerated. Garnish with extra strawberries or a drizzle of chocolate or caramel sauce if desired.
Notes
You can swap out the strawberries for other berries or fruit for a different twist.
For extra richness, try adding melted white or dark chocolate to the cheesecake filling.
Use gluten-free graham crackers for a gluten-free version.
